Tag Archives: writing 101

Ever Vigilant It is Thursday. Is he there? Despite the darkened sky,I see him. He is a black man sitting in a white plastic chair. He is surrounded by six white plastic chairs. Despite the darkness I see the … Continue reading →

Because I knew you I have been changed for good Stephen Schwartz I happen to love quotes and there are so many to chose from.Choosing just one quote for this assignment was difficult. I settled on this one as … Continue reading →

He snapped the picture from the second floor balcony. He had a strange looking smile on his face. He was not happy with the blurred picture but he knew he had to exit the station. The train patrons were not … Continue reading →

My book club selected this book. Since it had been on my TBR shelf I was anxious to read this one Loved the title alone and the storyline seemed irresistible. An out of work California web designer(Clay) lands a job … Continue reading →

Disclaimer: I received this free Kindle book from the publisher through Net Galley in exchange for an honest review. Took me awhile to get through this book despite it being a good read. It was actually a great read but … Continue reading →

One Word Inspiration: Regret “Two roads diverged in a wood..and I took the one less traveled by. And that has made all the difference” Robert Frost The assignment is one word inspiration. I chose regret. I am going to put a … Continue reading →

Write a list: Things I Like (not written in any particular order) Granddaughters Peace and Quiet Books Bible study Good Wine Good Margaritas Eating out Book club Library Volunteering at library Historical Fiction Dancing With the Stars Cats Cardinal birds … Continue reading →

Welcome to Under The Shade Tree

Sit under a shade tree. Feel its branches encircle you. Wait for the cooling breeze. Read a good book.Feel the theme of that book encircle your mind. You are wanting more just as you want more breezes.